The Internal Audit Manager performs audits under the direction of the Director of Internal Audit to ensure compliance with Company policies and regulations, interacts with the business as they work to implement control improvements and corrective actions, and conducts testing of internal controls on an ongoing basis. Will be heavily involved in SOX 404 Compliance and testing of internal controls. This position will support the Director of Internal Audit to align Internal Audit contributions with the strategic objectives of RM
Duties and responsibilities
- Responsible for planning, organizing, and executing operational audits established for internal auditors to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the organization's operations.
- Capable of working with internal and external resources to execute the review of the Company’s SOX 404 audit program; including assessing the design of controls, perform walk throughs, design and execute control testing to the standards that meets the current PCAOB Standards and relevant guidance.
- Works with the Director of Internal Audit to develop audit scope, objective, methodology and testing procedures relevant to risk and test objectives.
- Reviews internal controls, policies and procedures, investigating documents, records, accounts, operations, and transactions.
- Surveys and identifies the functions and activities of an area by discussing the operations with the appropriate manager and team in order to determine the key control points in the operating system and the scope of an audit to be performed. Determines the audit objectives, procedures and internal control review required to ensure that policies and procedures are operating as Management intends.
- Prepare and document working papers to document and support the audit objectives, scope, and methodology used in reaching conclusions on the functions being audited. Present audit reports of findings, recommendations and responses. Develop recommendations for changes to processes and systems that will minimize risk, improve performance and productivity and ensure that the organization complies with all relevant regulations, laws, and standards.
- Maintain understanding of Sarbanes-Oxley legislation, PCAOB Standards and other relevant guidance issued regarding Section 404.
- Maintain sufficient knowledge of policies, procedures, regulations, analytical skills, and professional certifications to provide objective, independent assurance, and professional advice to all levels of management.
- Drafts formal written reports, as requested, expressing opinions on the adequacy of the system and the efficiency with which activities are carried out.
- Regularly interact with senior management and external auditors on matters concerning status of Sarbanes-Oxley procedures performed and issues identified.
- Establishes reasonable accurate timelines for work and focuses team to meet timelines.
- Maintains a thorough understanding of the legal, regulatory, fiduciary, and audit and financial reporting requirements relative to the consumer financial industry.
Minimum Qualifications
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Minimum of 5 years of internal audit experience.
- Must have experience conducting SOX 404 audits and a knowledge of internal audit standards and control concepts.
- Must pass drug screen, criminal and credit background checks.
- Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in consumer finance industry preferred.
- Previous public accounting or public company experience preferred.
Critical Competencies
- Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work closely with people at all levels of the organization and facilitate the implementation of corrective action.
- Excellent communication skills; verbal, written and presentation skills.
- Proven leadership abilities.
- High level of integrity.
- Exceptional analytical skills.
- A team player working towards achieving the team goal.
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple tasks ongoing at the same time.
- Strong attention to detail.
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